Search
Search Results
-
High-frequency low-intensity semiconductor laser irradiation enhances osteogenic differentiation of human cementoblast lineage cells
PurposeLaser irradiation activates a range of cellular processes in the periodontal components and promotes tissue repair. However, its effect on...
-
Efficacy of relational agents for loneliness across age groups: a systematic review and meta-analysis
BackgroundLoneliness is a serious public health concern. Although previous interventions have had some success in mitigating loneliness, the field is...
-
Managing abdominal cocoon syndrome complicated by intestinal necrosis and unexpected amelioration of depression after surgery: a case report
BackgroundAbdominal cocoon is a very uncommon yet dangerous cause of intestinal obstruction.
Case presentationWe present a case of a 62-year-old...
-
Cervical cystic hygroma in adults: a case report
BackgroundsManifestation of cystic hygroma in adulthood is very rare. The rarity of cystic hygroma in adults has caused problems in its diagnosis and...
-
Quantifying impairment and disease severity using AI models trained on healthy subjects
Automatic assessment of impairment and disease severity is a key challenge in data-driven medicine. We propose a framework to address this challenge,...
-
Impact of SARS-CoV-2 on male reproductive system and fertility
ObjectiveEvaluate the impact of SARS-CoV-2 on male fertility.
DesignComprehensive analysis of studies exploring virus presence, inflammation, and...
-
Gender differences in triglyceride glucose index predictive power for type 2 diabetes mellitus: a Chinese cohort study
ObjectiveThis study aims to explore the association between the triglyceride glucose (TyG) index and type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) in Chinese men...
-
The edutainment program on knowledge, perception, and uptake of cervical cancer screening among Muslim women in Southern Thailand: a quasi experimental study
IntroductionCervical cancer is a significant global health concern and is the third most common cancer in women. Owing to their religious beliefs,...
-
An investigation of inequalities in exposure to PM2.5 air pollution across small areas in Ireland
The link between exposure to air pollution and adverse effects on human health is well documented. Yet, in a European context, research on the...
-
Thalamocortical functional connectivity and rapid antidepressant and antisuicidal effects of low-dose ketamine infusion among patients with treatment-resistant depression
Previous studies have shown an association between the thalamocortical dysconnectivity and treatment-resistant depression (TRD). Whether a single...
-
Increased anti-correlation between the left dorsolateral prefrontal cortex and the default mode network following Stanford Neuromodulation Therapy (SNT): analysis of a double-blinded, randomized, sham-controlled trial
SNT is a high-dose accelerated intermittent theta-burst stimulation (iTBS) protocol coupled with functional-connectivity-guided targeting that is an...
-
Understanding health literacy in men: a cross-sectional survey
BackgroundMales have a shorter life expectancy than females. Men are less likely to seek the advice of a health professional or utilise preventive...
-
Epidemiological studies of Isoparorchis hypselobagri (Digenea: Trematoda) infecting freshwater catfish Wallago attu in the Aligarh region of Uttar Pradesh
Fisheries and aquaculture are crucial for ensuring food security and are significant sources of income and social advancement in develo** nations....
-
Beyond the diagnosis of drug-resistant Tuberculosis in Norway: patients’ experiences before, during and after treatment
BackgroundThis study aims to explore the varied experiences of patients with drug-resistant tuberculosis in Norway. The study emphasizes challenges...
-
Evaluation of the effectiveness of picosecond KTP and fractional thulium lasers on pigmented-type periorbital dark circles
ObjectiveTo determine the effectiveness of picosecond KTP in reducing peri-ocular dark circles caused mainly by excessive pigmentation and to compare...
-
Hourly step recommendations to achieve daily goals for working and older adults
BackgroundThe widespread use of physical activity trackers enables the collection of high-resolution health data, such as hourly step counts, to...
-
Differences in whole blood before and after hemodialysis session of subjects with chronic kidney disease measured by Raman spectroscopy
This study aimed to identify differences in the composition of whole blood of patients with chronic kidney disease (CKD), before and after a...
-
Assessment of airflow limitation in patients with obstructive sleep apnea
BackgroundObstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is a prevalent sleep breathing disorder affecting 9–25% of the general adult population.
AimTo assess...
-
Stabilization, respiratory care and survival of extremely low birth weight infants transferred on the first day of life
ObjectiveTo assess stabilization, respiratory care and survival of extremely low birth weight (ELBW, <1000 g at birth) infants requiring emergency...
-
Single-camera photogrammetry using a mobile phone for low-cost documentation of corpses
Photogrammetry is a technique for studying and defining objects’ shape, dimension, and position in a three-dimensional space using measurements...
